Characteristics of elite junior footballers

Youth soccer coaching for 2-8 year olds.

Thousands of players have passed through the First Steps Soccer Academy over the years, and it always gives the Coaches a great thrill to see our graduates competing, whether it’s for their school, junior club, or a professional academy/centre of excellence.

CHARACTERISTICS OF ELITE JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS

WELL MOTIVATED: Put simply, the child shows a commitment to improvement that stands out. They will practice for longer periods, and with greater intensity, than other players.

CHARACTERISTICS OF ELITE JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS •

REACT WELL TO FAILURE: The player learns from a failure, is not discouraged by it, shows tenacity to overcome the problem, and has the ability to move forward quickly to the next challenge.

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DOMINATES MATCHES: The player is always the best footballer on the pitch in school or club games.

CHARACTERISTICS OF ELITE JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS TAKES RESPONSIBILITY: Children are honest about their performance, whether good or bad, and do not hide behind excuses, or blame others, when things go wrong.

GAME AWARENESS: The player makes good choices on the pitch, anticipates well, and identifies vulnerable space in attack and defense.

CHARACTERISTICS OF ELITE JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS SELF CONFIDENT: By this I mean the child trusts their ability, wants and demands the ball even in a difficult game, and is willing to try the technically advanced skill or technique that might turn a match.

AGILE: More than straight line speed, agility is a vital tool for a footballer. This young footballer moves well, is light on their feet, and can react quickly and with precision in tight situations.

CHARACTERISTICS OF ELITE JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS GOOD TECHNIQUE: The child has a good first touch, controls the ball well with a nice range of skills, and passes and shoots with sound technique.

LOVES THE GAME: A child, who has an enthusiasm and passion for football, wants to play at every opportunity, whatever the weather is, and loves watching, or talking about the game.

CHARACTERISTICS OF ELITE JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS EMOTIONAL MATURITY: The junior footballer listens well, concentrates, and has a well rounded character.

FIT AND HEALTHY: The player possesses an athletic build, has a decent level of aerobic fitness, and enjoys a diet that compliments their sporting activities.

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